Sunrise Medical Z-500 instruction manual Charging Batteries, Always, Disposing of Batteries

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	42	X I . B a t t e r i e s
	E. CHARGING BATTERIES
	To avoid the risk of severe injury or death from
	electrical shock, fire or explosion while charging:
	1. Never connect charger to a 240 volt source. The	A
	mains input voltage is 110 volts.	A
	mains input voltage is 110 volts.
	2. Never touch the charger after it is connected to an
	electrical outlet. This may cause electrical shock.	B
	•Never connect or disconnect charger from
	battery while there is power to the charger.
	3. Never use an extension cord. Use of an improper
	cord could damage the charger or cause a fire or
	electrical shock.
	4. A battery emits explosive hydrogen gas during
	charging. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion:
	•Make sure area is well vented. Never charge bat-
	tery in a closed-in area.
	•Never smoke or allow a spark, flame or high
	heat near battery during charging.
	•Never allow metal tools or chair parts to make
	direct contact across both battery terminals.
	5. Never look directly into cells when charging
	battery.
	Always:

1.Use the charger that comes with your wheelchair. Read and follow all instructions and warnings.

2.Make sure room is well ventilated.

3.Turn off all power to your chair.

4.Connect and disconnect battery cables with cau- tion. Only connect the charger to the power supply after the charger has been connected to the chair.

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5.Make sure to allow enough time to fully charge batteries.

NOTE– Batteries should never be left for long periods in the discharged state. Unused or stored batteries should be given a charge once per month.

6.Charge batteries by engaging the battery charger connector (A) to the charger/programming port (B) located on the joystick.

F. DISPOSING OF BATTERIES

1.All batteries once they have reached the end of their useful life are deemed to be hazardous waste.

2.For further information on handling and recycling contact your local recycling authority.

3.Always dispose of product through a recognized agent.

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Contents Quickie Z-500 Sunrise Medical T r o d u c t i o nSunrise Listens For Answers to Your QuestionsT a b l e o f C o n t e n t s EMISeat/Frame Dimensions WeightBattery Charger Drive WheelsWhat is EMI? Choose the Right Chair & Safety OptionsAdjust Chair to Your Ability Review this Manual OftenImmunity Level Distance from the SourceReport ALL Suspected EMI Incidents G e n e r a l W a r n i n g s Environmental Conditions When Seated in a Parked WheelchairMotor Vehicle Safety TerrainIf YOU Must Reach or Lean do SO AT Your OWN Risk TransfersReaching or Leaning Dressing or Changing ClothesDriving in Reverse N e r a l W a r n i n g sObstacles RAMPS, Slopes & SidehillsCurbs & Single Steps Ramps AT Home & WorkWheelchair Lifts StairsR n i n g s C o m p o n e n t s & O p t i o n s Rear Wheel Locks Optional Positioning Belts OptionalPush Handles Seating SystemsTo Descend a Curb or Single Step S e t U p , a d j u s t m e n t & U s eTo Climb a Curb or Single Step Tools YOU will NeedSWING-AWAY Footrests CHECK-OUTFootboard Articulating Legrest OptionalRemote Joystick SWING-AWAY Retractable Mount Optional Remote Joystick InstallationElevating Legrest Optional Solid Back and Seat InsertSeat Depth Adjustable Locking FLIP-UP Armrest Optional NontiltTILT-IN-SPACE Mechanism Strut Tubes Performance Control SettingsP e r a t i n g G u i d e Qtronix Programming PAD Optional Circuit Breakers Joystick Assembly Thermal ROLL-BACK Joystick EB a t t e r i e s Battery ChargerIntroduction Connecting Batteries in Battery Boxes Acid Burns Unsealed WET Cell BatteriesAlways Charging BatteriesDisposing of Batteries Battery Maintenance CleaningStorage Tips To Repair or Replace a Tire Maintenance ChartI . M a i n t e n a n c e Motor BrushesI I . W i r i n g D i a g r a m Sunrise Medical, Inc